{"product_id":"sagamore-kingston-cider-cask-finish-straight-rye-whiskey","title":"Sagamore Kingston Cider Cask Finish Straight Rye Whiskey","description":"Sagamore Kingston Cider Cask Finish is a 5-year straight rye whiskey bottled at 98.6 proof that marries the spice of Indiana rye with the sweetness of Kingston Black hard cider barrel finishing. This distillery exclusive represents Sagamore Spirit's innovative approach to traditional American whiskey, showcasing how thoughtful secondary maturation can transform a classic grain bill.\n\nFrom their Baltimore home, Sagamore Spirit has built a reputation for honoring Maryland's whiskey heritage while pushing creative boundaries. This expression spent five years maturing in new charred oak before an additional four-year finishing period in Kingston Black hard cider barrels, creating a unique flavor bridge between orchard and grain that speaks to both tradition and innovation.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Baked Honeycrisp apples, warm cinnamon sticks, vanilla bean, caramelized brown sugar, subtle rye spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spiced caramel, floral vanilla, buttery pie crust, dried apple rings, black pepper, toasted oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming with lingering cinnamon, apple tannins, and rye grain character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight Rye Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e49.3% (98.6 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSagamore Spirit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBaltimore, Maryland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew charred oak, Kingston Black cider barrel finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecial Release\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery Exclusive, Batch ZD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn Celebrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e The apple and spice profile makes this ideal for harvest dinners and seasonal gatherings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distillery exclusive status and unique cider barrel finishing create exceptional collectibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThoughtful Gifting:\u003c\/strong\u003e The innovative maturation process and distinctive flavor profile appeal to adventurous whiskey enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complex enough for contemplative drinking, showcasing the interplay between rye spice and orchard sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Sagamore Kingston Cider Cask Finish taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rye whiskey offers a unique combination of traditional rye spice with apple orchard sweetness. The cider barrel finishing adds notes of baked apples and warm pie crust while preserving the characteristic black pepper and grain character that defines quality rye whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Sagamore Kingston Cider Cask good for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile excellent neat or with a splash of water, this whiskey also creates exceptional fall cocktails. The apple notes complement classic whiskey cocktails like Old Fashioneds and Manhattans, adding seasonal depth without overwhelming the rye's inherent spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink Sagamore Kingston Cider Cask Finish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe neat in a Glencairn glass or with a single large ice cube to appreciate the complex interplay between rye spice and cider sweetness. The 98.6 proof provides excellent mouthfeel without requiring dilution, though a few drops of water can open additional apple and vanilla notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this different from regular Sagamore rye?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kingston Black hard cider barrel finishing sets this apart from Sagamore's core expressions. After five years in new charred oak, an additional four years in cider barrels adds layers of apple sweetness and complexity while maintaining the rye's fundamental character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this similar to other fruit-finished whiskeys?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor admirers of innovative American whiskey finishing, this shares DNA with expressions like Michter's Toasted Barrel or Woodford Reserve's various cask series. The cider finishing offers more subtle fruit integration than port or sherry casks, creating balance rather than domination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sagamore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48838754468080,"sku":"SKCCFSRW","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0535\/6958\/5335\/files\/front_7a7ae73c-666b-48aa-b0b8-c44c633480c3.jpg?v=1771431946","url":"https:\/\/huntsmanheritage.com\/products\/sagamore-kingston-cider-cask-finish-straight-rye-whiskey","provider":"Huntsman Heritage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}